Here is a copy of the plot plan for the Hulaco garden
The plot plan for my garden is also in that file. Just to give you an idea of how much can fit in a small space.
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| This was my garden from a couple of years ago. The poor onions in the front didn't stand a chance with the squash stealing all the sunlight. |
I like to plan my garden in an Excel spreadsheet. It's like graph paper but I can drag things around without a lot of erasing. One square represents one foot. Take a close look at this Planning Details Chart. In the fifth column it shows how far apart the plants need to be spaced. That will help you know how many plants or seed will fit within one foot of garden.
Timing and temperature are important. This next chart shows the planting zones in the United States. Once you know which zone you are in, do a Google search and find out what the Average Date of the Last Frost is. (ADLF)
Once you know the Average Date of the Last Frost in the Spring for your area then count forward and backward to find the date for all the vegetables you plan to grow. Stay true to these dates. Plants grown out of season, will be stressed and will likely not produce well and are more prone to get bugs.
Here are some charts to help explain the details of laying out your garden.
Next How to shop for seeds and plants or go back to the beginning.
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